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Head-to-head Updated May 2026

Kumho Road Venture AT51 vs Kumho Road Venture ST KL16 — Compared (May 2026)

Our Relative Score blends 60% objective test data with 40% owner-review signal — so any two tires can be compared even if they were never tested on the same day.

Kumho Road Venture AT51 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
91/100
71 owner reviews
Dry
95
Wet
90
Snow
88
Comfort
92
Noise
92
Treadwear
91
Handling
91

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VS
Tire B Kumho

Kumho Road Venture ST KL16

Summer Premium Touring tires

Kumho Road Venture ST KL16 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
92/100
68 owner reviews
Dry
96
Wet
90
Snow
92
Comfort
93
Noise
92
Treadwear
92
Handling
91

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictToo close to call: Kumho Road Venture AT51 and Kumho Road Venture ST KL16 are within 2 points overall. Kumho Road Venture ST KL16 is stronger on snow.
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Category breakdown

7 categories, side by side

Each bar is the Relative Score for that category. Expand a tile to see the test results and owner ratings behind it.

Dry

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Road Venture ST KL16 leads by 1
A — Kumho Road Venture AT51
95
B — Kumho Road Venture ST KL16
96
Why this score
SourceRoad Venture AT51Road Venture ST KL16
Tire Rack owners 83 –
Tyre Reviews owners 83 80
SimpleTire owners 96 –

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100)
A — Kumho Road Venture AT51
90
B — Kumho Road Venture ST KL16
90
Why this score
SourceRoad Venture AT51Road Venture ST KL16
Tire Rack owners 80 –
Tyre Reviews owners 73 40
SimpleTire owners 93 –

Snow

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Road Venture ST KL16 leads by 4
A — Kumho Road Venture AT51
88
B — Kumho Road Venture ST KL16
92
Why this score
SourceRoad Venture AT51Road Venture ST KL16
Tire Rack owners 87 –
Tyre Reviews owners 80 –
SimpleTire owners 90 –

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Road Venture ST KL16 leads by 1
A — Kumho Road Venture AT51
92
B — Kumho Road Venture ST KL16
93
Why this score
SourceRoad Venture AT51Road Venture ST KL16
Tire Rack owners 79 –
Tyre Reviews owners 80 80
SimpleTire owners 92 –

Noise

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Kumho Road Venture AT51
92
B — Kumho Road Venture ST KL16
92
Why this score
SourceRoad Venture AT51Road Venture ST KL16
SimpleTire owners 85 –

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Road Venture ST KL16 leads by 1
A — Kumho Road Venture AT51
91
B — Kumho Road Venture ST KL16
92
Why this score
SourceRoad Venture AT51Road Venture ST KL16
Tire Rack owners 80 –
Tyre Reviews owners 70 100
SimpleTire owners 86 –

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Kumho Road Venture AT51
91
B — Kumho Road Venture ST KL16
91
Why this score
SourceRoad Venture AT51Road Venture ST KL16
Tyre Reviews owners 73 60

Scores at a glance

Kumho Road Venture AT51 vs Kumho Road Venture ST KL16: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryKumho Road Venture AT51Kumho Road Venture ST KL16
Relative Score 91 92
Dry 95 96
Wet 90 90
Snow 88 92
Comfort 92 93
Noise 92 92
Treadwear 91 92
Handling 91 91

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Tire A

Tire B

From owners

Pros, cons & observations

Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.

Tire A Kumho Road Venture AT51

The Kumho Road Venture A/T51 is widely regarded as a high-value, all-terrain tire that excels in noise reduction and comfort compared to more aggressive competitors. While most users praise its performance in snow, rain, and gravel, a minority of owners report issues with uneven wear, balancing difficulties, and durability concerns.

Pros

  • Exceptional noise levels for an all-terrain tire
  • Strong value proposition and competitive pricing
  • Reliable traction in snow, ice, and wet conditions
  • Comfortable ride quality on various road surfaces

Cons

  • Reports of premature tread wear and cupping
  • Occasional balancing issues causing vibrations
  • Some concerns regarding puncture resistance
  • Inconsistent performance in deep mud

Observations

  • Users transitioning from more aggressive tires (like the BFG KO2) on Jeeps and trucks frequently report a significant improvement in cabin quietness.
  • Heavy-duty truck owners occasionally report ride quality issues, such as shaking or bouncing, which may be sensitive to specific PSI adjustments.
  • The tire is noted for maintaining good performance characteristics on both older SUVs and modern electric vehicles.
Tire B Kumho Road Venture ST KL16

The Kumho Road Venture ST KL16 is generally regarded as a high-value, budget-friendly tire that excels in road noise reduction and dry pavement comfort. While many users praise its longevity and quiet operation, performance in wet or challenging off-road conditions is inconsistent, with some users reporting a lack of confidence in slippery environments.

Pros

  • Exceptional value for the price point
  • Surprisingly low road noise for an all-terrain/aggressive tread design
  • Good tread life and durability
  • Comfortable ride quality on highway and city surfaces

Cons

  • Inconsistent traction on wet surfaces
  • Tendency to cup or vibrate if not maintained properly
  • Less aggressive aesthetic compared to premium competitors like BFGoodrich
  • Occasional reports of balancing issues or ride harshness on heavy-duty trucks

Observations

  • Users on lighter SUVs and older Jeeps report significant improvements in cabin noise and ride comfort compared to more aggressive mud-terrain alternatives.
  • Heavy-duty truck owners (e.g., Dodge RAM 2500) report mixed experiences, with some noting ride quality issues and vibrations that were not present with other brands.
Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Kumho Road Venture AT51 B · Kumho Road Venture ST KL16
Category—Summer Premium Touring tires
Vehicle type—SUV and 4x4
Sizes available9—
Rim diameters15″ – 18″—
Tread depth13.5/32″—
UTQG540 A A—
Treadwear warranty55,000 mi—
SidewallBlackwall—
Max pressure65 psi—
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

Kumho

Kumho

Too close to call: Kumho Road Venture AT51 and Kumho Road Venture ST KL16 are within 2 points overall. Kumho Road Venture ST KL16 is stronger on snow.

Pick tire B You drive through snowy winters

Kumho Road Venture ST KL16 scores 92 vs 88 on snow.

Tire A · Kumho Road Venture AT51
Tire B · Kumho Road Venture ST KL16

How do we compare tires?

Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements) normalized against the best tire in each test and weighted toward recent tests. 40% comes from thousands of owner reviews collected from retailers and review sites. When a tire has only one of the two, we use what exists and say so.

Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.